Icklesham, (East Sussex)

The first record of Icklesham was in 772, when it appeared as 'Icoleshamme', in a land charter signed by Offa, the King of Mercia. In early days it dominated the River Brede in the valley to the north, and was probably a prime target to the Normans in 1066 , when they landed.

In 1282 the King's treasurer had been sent to Old Winchelsea to investigate the danger to the town from the sea. His report was to abandon the town and create a new town on the heights of Petit Ihamme, nowadays called Icklesham.

All Saints Church, Icklesham is Norman and has an attractive three stage tower. The southern aisle retains its original 12th century windows.

The old smock windmill stands on Hogs Hill. She has been restored, and in the last quarter of the 20th century has found a new use as the recording studios of Sir Paul McCartney.

Places of worship:

Church details, together with baptism, marriage, monumental inscription & burial records can be accessed by clicking on the church name.